Name: Phyllis Fox Memorial Writing Celebration Begins
Start: 2026-11-02T10:00:00-06:00
Location: Lake Bluff Public Library

Lake Bluff Public Library

The Lake Bluff Library is celebrating 40 years of children's creative writing and we're shaking things up for this milestone anniversary! Writers can submit up to 10 pages of original work in any genre. All submissions will receive personalized feedback from local published authors, and all entrants will be invited to the celebration. 
Wondering about the bookmark design contest? It now has its own spotlight! Beginning in 2027, the bookmark design contest will take place during National Library Week in April. Watch for details in our spring newsletter on how to participate.
The Phyllis Fox Writing Contest is for grades K through 8.
The deadline for submissions is November 30th

Local Event: Phyllis Fox Memorial Writing Celebration Begins

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Chicago Metropolitan Area

Lake Forest-Lake Bluff

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Phyllis Fox Memorial Writing Celebration Begins

The Lake Bluff Library is celebrating 40 years of children's creative writing and we're shaking things up for this milestone...

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This&nbsp;estate&nbsp;sale&nbsp;truly&nbsp;has&nbsp;something&nbsp;for&nbsp;everyone,&nbsp;with&nbsp;an&nbsp;incredible mix of everyday finds, unique treasures, and luxury pieces throughout the&nbsp;home.&nbsp;From&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;furnishings&nbsp;and&nbsp;home&nbsp;décor&nbsp;to&nbsp;high-end&nbsp;designer&nbsp;items,&nbsp;collectibles,&nbsp;and&nbsp;one-of-a kind finds, there's&nbsp; plenty&nbsp;to&nbsp;discover&nbsp;in&nbsp;every&nbsp;room.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;searching&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp; statement&nbsp;piece,&nbsp;a&nbsp;hidden&nbsp;gem,&nbsp;or&nbsp;simply&nbsp;love&nbsp;the&nbsp;thrill&nbsp;of&nbsp;the hunt,&nbsp;this&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;sale&nbsp;you&nbsp;won’t&nbsp;want&nbsp;to&nbsp;miss!
Furniture:&nbsp;Bernhardt,&nbsp;Stickley,&nbsp;Brueton,&nbsp;Dakota&nbsp;Jackson,&nbsp;Holly&nbsp;Hunt,&nbsp; MORE!
Art:&nbsp;Original&nbsp;paintings,&nbsp;limited&nbsp;edition&nbsp;prints,&nbsp;fine&nbsp;photography,&nbsp; sculpture,&nbsp;studio&nbsp;glass,&nbsp;MORE!
Designer&nbsp;clothing,&nbsp;shoes,&nbsp;handbags,&nbsp;jewelry&nbsp;- Armani, Max Mara,&nbsp; Fendi,&nbsp;Brunello&nbsp;Cucinelli,&nbsp;Annie&nbsp;Fontaine,&nbsp;Roger&nbsp;Vivier,&nbsp;Valentino,&nbsp;Stella&nbsp;McCartney,&nbsp;Burberry,&nbsp;Ralph&nbsp;Lauren,&nbsp;Alexis&nbsp;Bittar,&nbsp;Loro&nbsp;Piana,&nbsp;MORE!
Judaica:&nbsp;925&nbsp;wine&nbsp;fountain,&nbsp;kiddush&nbsp;cups,&nbsp;retro&nbsp;Passover&nbsp;setting,&nbsp;MORE
Linens:&nbsp;High&nbsp;end&nbsp;including&nbsp;Mackenzie&nbsp;Childs,&nbsp;Kim&nbsp;Seybert,&nbsp;MORE!
Designer&nbsp;collectibles:&nbsp;Michael&nbsp;Aram,&nbsp;Carrol&nbsp;Boyes,&nbsp;Jan&nbsp;Barboglio,&nbsp;Droll&nbsp;Designs,&nbsp;Limoges,&nbsp;Royal&nbsp;Doulton,&nbsp;Juliska,&nbsp;Simon&nbsp;Pearce,&nbsp;Jay&nbsp; Strongwater,&nbsp;Karl&nbsp;Springer,&nbsp;MORE!
Fully&nbsp;stocked&nbsp;kitchen!
Tools,&nbsp;party&nbsp;goods,&nbsp;exercise&nbsp;bike,&nbsp;MORE,&nbsp;MORE,&nbsp;MORE!

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Join The Northshore Chess Club EVERY Saturday from 1-4PM at our “Saturday Chess at Starbucks” events at the Lake Forest Starbucks (672 N Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL). Check <a href="https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.meetup.com/northshorechess/</a>&nbsp;to join the club, to post comments, ask questions, and RSVP for events.
Please RSVP, come play, and learn something to improve your chess! If you’re a beginner please review the rules of chess (like En Passant) before you come. There’s a PDF on <a href="https://www.chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">chesshouse.com/pages/chess-learning-resources</a> (Rules of Chess).
Note: we have a maximum of 15 spots per event, so if you can’t come please cancel your RSVP to allow someone else to come! All ages, genders, and levels welcome!
PS-Dues are $5/YEAR (after a 1 month trial), to defray my Meetup subscription, paid either through Meetup.com, or better yet you can pay me cash and I'll mark you as paid! -Carlos Cardona, Owner, <a href="https://carloscardona.myportfolio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Carlos Cardona Photography</a>

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Join The Northshore Chess Club EVERY Saturday from 1-4PM at our “Saturday Chess at Starbucks” events at the Lake Forest...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Libertyville on Thursday, August 27th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at Sunset Foods Libertyville. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Thursday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
Twice is nice! Place two or more orders for delivery on the same day and only pay the $5 DwellSocial Fee once.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/45DaXyM" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/45DaXyM</a>

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The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Libertyville on Thursday, August 27th! Note that pizzas will...

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Due to library closure, this program had to be rescheduled from July. August 27th is the new date for the event.
Step into the spirited tradition of tea dueling—where competitors race to dunk and devour biscuits before they crumble! Sample a variety of teas at this playful, flavorful gathering for tea lovers and curious newcomers alike.

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Due to library closure, this program had to be rescheduled from July. August 27th is the new date for the event.
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<h5>Salute in Song</h5>
Celebrate the spirit of America with Salute in Song featuring the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes. Experience an inspiring afternoon of patriotic music, American favorites, and timeless classics in Gorton’s John &amp; Nancy Hughes Theater. The talented musicians of the U.S. Navy Band Great Lakes proudly honor those who serve while sharing the power of live music with the community. Whether you’re celebrating a loved one, showing your patriotism, or simply enjoying a great performance, this free concert offers something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of music, service, and community.
Navy Band Great Lakes’ Wind Ensemble is comprised of active duty musicians under the direction of Lieutenant David Harbuziuk. This ensemble upholds the legacy of its famous bandmaster, Lieutenant Commander John Philip Sousa, by continuing the tradition of military music throughout the Midwest. The Wind Ensemble’s repertoire consists of classic concert band literature, patriotic music, marches, pop music arrangements, and vocal features.
As the musical “Ambassadors to the Midwest,” the Navy Band Great Lakes Wind Ensemble supports Navy outreach across a nine-state area, stretching from Ohio to Kansas, Minnesota to Missouri, and every Midwestern state in between. Wind Ensemble concerts allow the band to tell the Navy’s story, celebrate 250 years of service to our nation, and reach audiences that do not have opportunities to see Sailors on a regular basis. Concerts are patriotic, family-friendly events designed to be entertaining for young and old alike.
<h5>Proud to Serve</h5>
“Pride in Service” has been the theme for Navy Band Great Lakes for more than a century. From 1911, when the band first formed, to 1917, when Lieutenant Commander John Philip Sousa served as Bandmaster, to today, under the direction of Lieutenant David Harbuziuk, our music represents the pride and professionalism that is synonymous with the United States Navy. In addition to public outreach concerts, units from Navy Band Great Lakes also provide military support across the region, including serving Commander, Naval Service Training Command’s mission of transforming volunteers into twenty-first-century Sea Warriors by performing each week for recruits, Sailors, and their families at basic training graduations.
Navy Band Great Lakes is grateful to maintain a robust schedule with more than 250 military support and outreach performances annually for millions of Americans across the Midwest.
This event is free but seats are limited- please register to reserve yours now!

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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes!
September 1st - September 30th
Library Card Sign-Up Month is for All Ages
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and Lake Bluff Public Library invites you to help us celebrate all month long! Show us your Library love throughout the month to earn entries into our raffle for one of three swag bags filled with Lake Bluff gear and a $20 Chamber Check!
Earn Raffle Tickets:
<ul><li><a href="https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/how/get-library-card" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sign up for a new Library card </a>or renew your current card and earn 5 raffle tickets! (The first 50 people will receive some special Lake Bluff Library swag!)</li><li>Participate in one of our weekly challenges, released every Monday! (max. 1 ticket per week)</li><li>Earn a raffle ticket every time you check out Library materials with your physical Library card! (max. 1 per day)</li></ul>

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National Library Card Sign-Up Month

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes!
September 1st - September 30th
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<a href="https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/1000-books-kindergarten" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">1,000 Books Before Kindergarten</a> will help your little one learn key building blocks to literacy and language fluency. Whether your child is three months old or three years old, reading helps build social and emotional skills, sparks creativity and imagination and promotes bonding. For more information about how to register, visit <a href="https://www.lakeblufflibrary.org/1000-books-kindergarten" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LakeBluffLibrary.org/1000Books</a>.
Ages 0 to 6.

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Discuss the state of democracy in the United States—Join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Jim Marquardt, Dr. Alejandra Lopez Villegas, and Dr. Zachary Cook for this exciting new community engagement series.
A State of DemocracyRegistration deadline: Tuesday, September 1
Registration fee: $250 for the five-week series

Course times: Tuesday evenings, 6-8 p.m.
Course dates: September 8, September 15, September 22, October 6, October 13
Two College-wide lectures are associated with this series: <a href="https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/WorldNeedsLeaders" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“The World Needs Leaders” with former U.S. Ambassador Jeff Flake</a> on September 23 and <a href="https://advancement.lakeforest.edu/register/?id=8935bb79-f62f-4326-bd92-0c1a4c32f0c4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“MLK and the Voting Rights Act” with Pulitzer Prize winning author Jonathan Eig</a> on September 28. All course participants are invited to attend as part of this series.
Held at the newly renovated Glen Rowan House, this series explores both the constraints on democracy—such as recent democratic backsliding, the Constitution’s roadblocks on majority rule, and the weakening of voting rights to name a few—and strategies to overcome them and enhance democracy in America. Each week will highlight a new topic and the opening and closing sessions will begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments prior to class.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/politics-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Politics Course

Explore the history of Renaissance architecture and art—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Melissa Rovner and Dr. Kimiko Matsumura for this exciting new community engagement series
Art and Architecture History at the Krebs Center
Registration fee: $450 for the five-week series
Registration deadline: Thursday, September 3
Course times: Thursday evenings, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Course dates: September 10, September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8
Held at the historic Krebs Center for the Humanities, this series will explore the traditions of Renaissance form, ornament, spatial organization, material culture, and visual symbolism that shaped how buildings and objects were made, inhabited, and interpreted. Along the way, participants will apply what they have learned directly to the Krebs Center and its collection, asking how the villa itself accumulates meaning, displays taste, and shapes our encounters with history. Each session will begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/art-and-architecture-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

Local Event: Lake Forest College Community Engagement Lifelong Learning Series: Art and Architecture Course

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YogaSix Highland Park

At YogaSix Highland Park, we believe yoga should be accessible, empowering, and energizing for everybody. Our modern, welcoming studio offers a variety of heated and non-heated classes designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re brand new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice. From strength-building Power and Sculpt + Flow classes to restorative Slow Flow and Restore experiences, every class is designed to help you move, sweat, reset, and reconnect. More than just a workout, YogaSix Highland Park is a community-focused space where members can show up exactly as they are. Our experienced instructors create an inclusive environment that feels supportive, motivating, and approachable—without intimidation or pressure. We focus on movement that feels good, music that keeps the energy high, and experiences that leave you feeling stronger both physically and mentally. Located in the heart of Highland Park, our studio is proud to offer a consistent schedule of classes seven days a week, special workshops, wellness events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whether you’re looking to build strength, reduce stress, improve flexibility, or simply carve out time for yourself, YogaSix Highland Park is here to support your goals. We’re more than a yoga studio—we’re a place to sweat, grow, breathe, and belong.

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